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Food Process Worker - Ashburton

Branch: Ashburton

Category: Food Processing Food Processing / Vegetables

Type: Full-time

Closing Date: Dec 15, 2023

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  • Full-time opportunities to work in our purpose-built Vegetable Processing Factory 10 minutes North of Ashburton
  • Join a 100% New Zealand-owned company with an international reputation for quality
  • Opportunities for growth with opportunities across multiple brands and locations


About Talley’s

There’s a history of goodness at Talley’s. And we’re not just talking about our nutritious, delicious food.

We stand by the impeccable quality of our products and our growing team of skilled workers as we bring healthy, delicious food to dinner tables near and far.

What really sets us apart is the fact that all our products come directly from and are processed in New Zealand, and our people are fundamental to our success.

We’re proud to provide New Zealand’s best produce to the world.

About the role

We are currently looking for Food Process Workers to join the team at our Ashburton Vegetable plant.

You will be working on 12-hour shifts, Day/Night as directed.

Line staff:

  • Inspecting and grading products during processing
  • Assisting washdowns
  • You will be working on a 4 ON 4 OFF roster or as directed
  • Pay rate starts from $23/hr

Trainee Operators:

  • Operating machines in the Production & Packout area
  • Assisting washdowns
  • You will be working on a 4 ON 4 OFF roster or as directed
  • Pay rate starts from $24.20/hr

Forklift Operators:

  • Having a FOSH Certificate is essential, but the ability to drive safely is also essential
  • Forklift roles vary from stacking pallets/ bins and working in our Cold Store to loading trucks or containers
  • You must be physically fit, have good English and math skills, and have attention to detail
  • Adhering to our food safety and health & safety standards is a must, as well as the ability to work alone or as part of a team
  • You will be working on a 4 ON 4 OFF roster
  • The pay rate ranges between $25.70/hr - $29.50/hr

General Hands:

  • You will be physically fit and able to multitask
  • The role may include stacking cartons, tipping the hopper, helping with cut opens and cleaning the lines, building bins or even product inspection and quality
  • Food safety and health & safety are also part of your day-to-day role
  • Pay rate starts from $23/hr

Who are you?

You are a self-starter looking for a new adventure. You have a positive attitude, enjoy working hard and are honest, reliable, and willing to learn.

Good communication skill in English is a must.

Why choose Talley’s

With multiple brands and operations under the Talley’s umbrella, there’s always opportunities available for growth and progression. And we offer real benefits and career opportunities with all the training you need to get going and keep growing.

But we also know life is about more than just a job, which is why we provide competitive pay and flexible options to help you find that elusive balance.

Start here and grow with us.

With Talley’s, you get:

Great working conditions

Training provided

Generous staff discounts and perks

Ready to start?

Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the positions are filled.

Is this role not the right fit for you? See our other openings at talleys.co.nz/careers.

Talley’s is a drug free workplace. All candidates will be required to under-go pre-employment and random drug screening.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work permanently in New Zealand.

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